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Best Restaurants for Celebrating Derby Day in Mississippi

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by OpenTable x Woodford Reserve
Updated April 17, 2021

To mark this year's Derby Day, OpenTable and Woodford Reserve have come together to bring you a list of restaurants offering Derby Day drink specials and celebratory dishes near you. Whether you are donning your finest Derby attire and heading to a local watering hole or planning a feast for the festivities at home, we've got the restaurant (and game day tipple) for you. CRAFTED CAREFULLY. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Whiskey, 43.2%-45.2% Alc. by Vol., The Woodford Reserve Distillery, Versailles, KY. Woodford Reserve is a registered trademark. ©2021

Char - Jackson
4.7 (2506)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Jackson
Experience modern Southern cuisine and excellent service in a warm, inviting atmosphere at Char. Our specialties include USDA Prime and Choice cuts of beef, veal and lamb, along with seafood and shellfish roasted to perfection. Open for lunch and dinner daily, with weekday lunch specials and brunch every Saturday and Sunday.
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Anthony
Dined 4 days ago
Awesome service and great food . Looking forward to coming back.
Experience modern Southern cuisine and excellent service in a warm, inviting atmosphere at Char. Our specialties include USDA Prime and Choice cuts of beef, veal and lamb, along with seafood and shellfish roasted to perfection. Open for lunch and dinner daily, with weekday lunch specials and brunch every Saturday and Sunday.
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Anthony
Dined 4 days ago
Awesome service and great food . Looking forward to coming back.
Drago's Seafood - Hilton Jackson
4.2 (369)
$30 and under
Seafood
Jackson
Drago's Seafood Restaurant is the Home of the Original Charbroiled Oyster. We offer the taste of New Orleans right here in Jackson.
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Wm
Dined 7 days ago
Great food. Wonderful service. Good times to be had by all !
Drago's Seafood Restaurant is the Home of the Original Charbroiled Oyster. We offer the taste of New Orleans right here in Jackson.
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Wm
Dined 7 days ago
Great food. Wonderful service. Good times to be had by all !
Johnny T's Bistro And Blues
4.4 (104)
$31 to $50
American
Jackson
For those with pure food indulgence in mind, come downtown and sate your desires with our internationally and seasonally inspired menu. Chef Bryan Myrick, Formerly of Char and Anjou, has created a truly unique offering of southern cuisine. We love food, lots of different food, just like you. And it shows.
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Chardonnea
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
Johnny T’S is a very nice place to dine, the atmosphere is very pleasant with a patio on the back. The food is off the chain it’s so good especially the Cajun Seafood Pasta and the fried Broccoli. As a matter of fact everything I’ve eaten there is delicious. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend this place to anyone that willing to find a nice restaurant. Oh did I mention that they have an upstairs bar and dining area also.
For those with pure food indulgence in mind, come downtown and sate your desires with our internationally and seasonally inspired menu. Chef Bryan Myrick, Formerly of Char and Anjou, has created a truly unique offering of southern cuisine. We love food, lots of different food, just like you. And it shows.
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Chardonnea
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
Johnny T’S is a very nice place to dine, the atmosphere is very pleasant with a patio on the back. The food is off the chain it’s so good especially the Cajun Seafood Pasta and the fried Broccoli. As a matter of fact everything I’ve eaten there is delicious. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend this place to anyone that willing to find a nice restaurant. Oh did I mention that they have an upstairs bar and dining area also.
Tico's Steakhouse
4.8 (276)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Jackson
For nearly 30 years, Tico Hoffman has delighted customers from Jackson and abroad with his unique blend of mouth-watering steaks, sumptuous seafood dishes and other local favorites. Tico’s friendly atmosphere and attention to every detail has made the restaurant a favorite for all who love exceptional food and drink.
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ReginaVIP
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
Delicious libations and food. I ordered the Salmon and baked potato. Both were seasoned well and cooked to perfection. Service and food were both good. Definitely recommend if you are in the Jackson area.
For nearly 30 years, Tico Hoffman has delighted customers from Jackson and abroad with his unique blend of mouth-watering steaks, sumptuous seafood dishes and other local favorites. Tico’s friendly atmosphere and attention to every detail has made the restaurant a favorite for all who love exceptional food and drink.
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ReginaVIP
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
Delicious libations and food. I ordered the Salmon and baked potato. Both were seasoned well and cooked to perfection. Service and food were both good. Definitely recommend if you are in the Jackson area.
Cora’s, White House Hotel Biloxi
4.3 (1251)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern
Biloxi
Located inside Mississippi's favorite hotel, the historic White House Hotel just off of the shimmering shoreline of the Gulf of Mexico in Biloxi, MS. Cora's Southern-Coastal menu mingles the freshest Gulf Coast seafood with well seasoned steaks, charbroiled to perfection. Cora's has an extensive wine and champagne menu on hand to recommend our outstanding selections. Cora's has 6 local and craft beers available on draft that elevates the already extensive beer choices. Master mixologists prepare Southern inspired classic cocktails using house made specialty syrups and juices in the beautiful lobby, restaurant or upstairs on our rooftop lounge with breathtaking vistas.
Don't forget to book a room at the 76 room boutique hotel for a truly unforgettable experience.
Dinner service begins at 5pm Tuesday through Saturday.
Brunch service is available Saturdays and Sundays from 8am to 2pm.
Our breakfast menu is offered at our Lobby Bar Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 11:00 am

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Jennifer
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
We had a wonderful anniversary dinner here! Our server Brittany was fantastic, we had such a special and romantic night!
Located inside Mississippi's favorite hotel, the historic White House Hotel just off of the shimmering shoreline of the Gulf of Mexico in Biloxi, MS. Cora's Southern-Coastal menu mingles the freshest Gulf Coast seafood with well seasoned steaks, charbroiled to perfection. Cora's has an extensive wine and champagne menu on hand to recommend our outstanding selections. Cora's has 6 local and craft beers available on draft that elevates the already extensive beer choices. Master mixologists prepare Southern inspired classic cocktails using house made specialty syrups and juices in the beautiful lobby, restaurant or upstairs on our rooftop lounge with breathtaking vistas.
Don't forget to book a room at the 76 room boutique hotel for a truly unforgettable experience.
Dinner service begins at 5pm Tuesday through Saturday.
Brunch service is available Saturdays and Sundays from 8am to 2pm.
Our breakfast menu is offered at our Lobby Bar Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 11:00 am

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Jennifer
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
We had a wonderful anniversary dinner here! Our server Brittany was fantastic, we had such a special and romantic night!
Farruggio's
3.7 (8)
$30 and under
Pizzeria
Biloxi
Farruggio's is the perfect high energy restaurant to hang loose with friends and family! Watch your favorite game, explore the Escape family entertainment center, or relax outside on our deck overlooking the Mississippi Sound.
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PaulaB
Dined on Jun 4, 2019
The drinks were well made and a real value! The chips and dip tasted like it was purchased from the local grocery store! Doubtful it was made locally. Very disappointing.
Farruggio's is the perfect high energy restaurant to hang loose with friends and family! Watch your favorite game, explore the Escape family entertainment center, or relax outside on our deck overlooking the Mississippi Sound.
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PaulaB
Dined on Jun 4, 2019
The drinks were well made and a real value! The chips and dip tasted like it was purchased from the local grocery store! Doubtful it was made locally. Very disappointing.
Mary Mahoney's Old French House
4.7 (3316)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Biloxi
Mary Mahoney's Old French House Restaurant in Biloxi, Mississippi specializes in serving a broad selection of locally sourced seafood and prime steaks. Family owned and operated for over 60 years, the restaurant is housed in one of America's oldest homes and features a romantic courtyard setting and numerous quaint dining rooms.



Mary Mahoney's Old French House serves lunch and dinner six days a week and offers a variety of appetizers including our famous Broiled Crab Claws, Fried Soft Shell Crabs, Charbroiled Oysters and Shrimp and Lump Crabmeat Seafood Gumbo. Signature dishes served at Mary Mahoney's Old French House include Queen Ixolib, Fresh Fish of the Day topped with Lump Crabmeat, Sisters of the Sea Au Gratin and Shrimp and Lump Crabmeat Melba. A children's menu is available.
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Donnie
Dined 2 days ago
The same excellent experience we have every time we go
Mary Mahoney's Old French House Restaurant in Biloxi, Mississippi specializes in serving a broad selection of locally sourced seafood and prime steaks. Family owned and operated for over 60 years, the restaurant is housed in one of America's oldest homes and features a romantic courtyard setting and numerous quaint dining rooms.



Mary Mahoney's Old French House serves lunch and dinner six days a week and offers a variety of appetizers including our famous Broiled Crab Claws, Fried Soft Shell Crabs, Charbroiled Oysters and Shrimp and Lump Crabmeat Seafood Gumbo. Signature dishes served at Mary Mahoney's Old French House include Queen Ixolib, Fresh Fish of the Day topped with Lump Crabmeat, Sisters of the Sea Au Gratin and Shrimp and Lump Crabmeat Melba. A children's menu is available.
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Donnie
Dined 2 days ago
The same excellent experience we have every time we go
Mignon's Steaks & Seafood
4.7 (1010)
$50 and over
Steak
Biloxi
Located in the "SMOKE FREE" Palace Casino Resort, Mignon's Steaks & Seafood, is the Mississippi Gulf Coast's premiere fine dining restaurant. Mignon's is dedicated to creating an enchanting meal with unparalleled attention to detail and extraordinary service. Chef Adrian Halpaus has created a delectable and diverse cuisine sure to please even the most discriminating palate.

Mignon's wine list includes 450+ labels and 5000+ bottles, representing the best wine growing regions and producers from around the world and has received the coveted Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine. Make your plans to experience extraordinary dining at Mignon’s Steaks & Seafood, open for dinner every Thursday through Sunday.

Dress Code
Gentlemen: Long pants, collared shirts and closed toe shoes are expected.
Ladies: Dresses, skirts & blouses, capris, dress sandals are expected.

Casual or beach style sandals, flip flops, t-shirts, hoodies, swim wear or ball caps will not be permitted.
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Susan
Dined 1 day ago
First time and it was very good. Food, service and accommodations for great. We’ll definitely be back.
Located in the "SMOKE FREE" Palace Casino Resort, Mignon's Steaks & Seafood, is the Mississippi Gulf Coast's premiere fine dining restaurant. Mignon's is dedicated to creating an enchanting meal with unparalleled attention to detail and extraordinary service. Chef Adrian Halpaus has created a delectable and diverse cuisine sure to please even the most discriminating palate.

Mignon's wine list includes 450+ labels and 5000+ bottles, representing the best wine growing regions and producers from around the world and has received the coveted Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine. Make your plans to experience extraordinary dining at Mignon’s Steaks & Seafood, open for dinner every Thursday through Sunday.

Dress Code
Gentlemen: Long pants, collared shirts and closed toe shoes are expected.
Ladies: Dresses, skirts & blouses, capris, dress sandals are expected.

Casual or beach style sandals, flip flops, t-shirts, hoodies, swim wear or ball caps will not be permitted.
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Susan
Dined 1 day ago
First time and it was very good. Food, service and accommodations for great. We’ll definitely be back.
Sizzle & Salt – Harrah’s Gulf Coast
$30 and under
American
Biloxi
Soak up the sun's rays and cool off all in one at Mix & Mingle, our upgraded indoor and outdoor sports bar and grill where you can “mix” inside and “mingle” outside. Uniquely designed, Mix & Mingle isn’t just a place to cool off and grab a cold beverage, which you can surely do – it’s also an experience. Offering a full bar menu, Mix & Mingle features specialty cocktails and other refreshing spirits and drinks to order.
Soak up the sun's rays and cool off all in one at Mix & Mingle, our upgraded indoor and outdoor sports bar and grill where you can “mix” inside and “mingle” outside. Uniquely designed, Mix & Mingle isn’t just a place to cool off and grab a cold beverage, which you can surely do – it’s also an experience. Offering a full bar menu, Mix & Mingle features specialty cocktails and other refreshing spirits and drinks to order.
Patio 44- Biloxi
4.3 (804)
$30 and under
American
Biloxi
Patio 44 opened their gates to the Pine Belt in September 2013, and expanded to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in November 2016, offering an experience like no other. Our beautiful patio-themed restaurant not only provides the area with a beautiful 50 seat patio, but also a very elegant indoor dining area and private area. Patio 44 offers a Chef-driven menu that uses only the finest ingredients possible, a wine list that offers more than 100 bottles from across the world, and one-of-a-kind Hand Crafted Cocktails. Come see what we have to offer. Casual dining at its best!
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James
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Great food and a hard working staff but like too many places I don’t think they have enough people to service their customers properly. I’ll be back though, the food is amazing.
Patio 44 opened their gates to the Pine Belt in September 2013, and expanded to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in November 2016, offering an experience like no other. Our beautiful patio-themed restaurant not only provides the area with a beautiful 50 seat patio, but also a very elegant indoor dining area and private area. Patio 44 offers a Chef-driven menu that uses only the finest ingredients possible, a wine list that offers more than 100 bottles from across the world, and one-of-a-kind Hand Crafted Cocktails. Come see what we have to offer. Casual dining at its best!
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James
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Great food and a hard working staff but like too many places I don’t think they have enough people to service their customers properly. I’ll be back though, the food is amazing.
Sapphire Supper Club at Legends Hotel
4.6 (903)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Biloxi
The Sapphire Supper Club features the finest seafood & steaks, world-class wine, and live music.

Whether you’re celebrating a personal milestone or counting on a successful meeting, planning it with us is for those who crave attention to detail.
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Ron
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Great food and service. The live music performance was fantastic.
The Sapphire Supper Club features the finest seafood & steaks, world-class wine, and live music.

Whether you’re celebrating a personal milestone or counting on a successful meeting, planning it with us is for those who crave attention to detail.
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Ron
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Great food and service. The live music performance was fantastic.
thirty-two - IP Biloxi
4.5 (2607)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Biloxi
IP has truly taken fine dining to new heights at thirty-two, south Mississippi's most sought-after dinner reservation. This AAA Four Diamond-rated restaurant offers spectacular views, delectable steak and seafood dishes, and the finest wine selection on the Coast.

Please be aware that beginning April 3rd we will start an elevator renovation project. This renovation will result in hotel elevators being out of service during your visit. Please plan additional time to reach the restaurant for your reservation. We apologize for the inconvenience but look forward to providing you new and improved services.
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Daisy
Dined 2 days ago
As always they made our special occasion a perfect celebration. The food is marvelous, the service impeccable and the ambiance truly elegant. There is no place like 32 on the Gulf Coast
IP has truly taken fine dining to new heights at thirty-two, south Mississippi's most sought-after dinner reservation. This AAA Four Diamond-rated restaurant offers spectacular views, delectable steak and seafood dishes, and the finest wine selection on the Coast.

Please be aware that beginning April 3rd we will start an elevator renovation project. This renovation will result in hotel elevators being out of service during your visit. Please plan additional time to reach the restaurant for your reservation. We apologize for the inconvenience but look forward to providing you new and improved services.
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Daisy
Dined 2 days ago
As always they made our special occasion a perfect celebration. The food is marvelous, the service impeccable and the ambiance truly elegant. There is no place like 32 on the Gulf Coast
White Pillars
4.9 (2014)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern
Biloxi
Farm to table restaurant located on the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast, just steps away from the beach and the Mississippi Sound. Located in a gorgeous restored and updated beach front home built in 1905. We use locally sourced farm fresh ingredients to serve a menu that changes daily with availability of fresh ingredients as well as with the changing seasons. We offer craft cocktails, local beers, an extensive list of fine spirits and wines paired with a dining experience that is second to none.

Austin Sumrall is the Chef and owner along with his wife, Tresse. He was classically trained at the Culinary Institute of America. White Pillars has been recognized and awarded in many state and national publications since its opening in 2017. Austin was crowned " King of American Seafood" in 2021 and nominated by the James Beard Foundation as a semi-finalist for "Best Chef South" in 2020. His specialty is keeping his menu fresh and ever changing with local ingredients and a worldly flare.
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MicheleVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Beautiful bar with great bartenders. The Ambience was upscale with lovely decor, nicely dressed diners. The service was excellent - and enjoyable. The menu was thoughtful and the food was amazing.
Farm to table restaurant located on the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast, just steps away from the beach and the Mississippi Sound. Located in a gorgeous restored and updated beach front home built in 1905. We use locally sourced farm fresh ingredients to serve a menu that changes daily with availability of fresh ingredients as well as with the changing seasons. We offer craft cocktails, local beers, an extensive list of fine spirits and wines paired with a dining experience that is second to none.

Austin Sumrall is the Chef and owner along with his wife, Tresse. He was classically trained at the Culinary Institute of America. White Pillars has been recognized and awarded in many state and national publications since its opening in 2017. Austin was crowned " King of American Seafood" in 2021 and nominated by the James Beard Foundation as a semi-finalist for "Best Chef South" in 2020. His specialty is keeping his menu fresh and ever changing with local ingredients and a worldly flare.
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MicheleVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Beautiful bar with great bartenders. The Ambience was upscale with lovely decor, nicely dressed diners. The service was excellent - and enjoyable. The menu was thoughtful and the food was amazing.
Saltine
4.7 (121)
$30 and under
Seafood
Jackson
A modern oyster bar focusing on Southern cuisine, highlighting fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables to share. Saltine, named as a nod to the plain cracker often served with seafood, pays homage to Jackson's rich history with oysters and seafood. Oysters are sourced from the Gulf of Mexico, east and west coasts and Canada and served raw, smoked, wood-fired and fried. Saltine also offers an extensive beer list with over 30 taps of craft beer, as well as a wide selection of rum and several signature cocktails. Lunch and dinner are offered daily with a brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Plus, happy hour specials daily from 4-6pm!
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DennisVIP
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Great experience. Traveling with overnight stop in Jackson. Used OpenTable app to search oysters. Did not let us down. Enjoyed fresh oysters raw, grilled and fried. Staff very welcoming. We will be back
A modern oyster bar focusing on Southern cuisine, highlighting fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables to share. Saltine, named as a nod to the plain cracker often served with seafood, pays homage to Jackson's rich history with oysters and seafood. Oysters are sourced from the Gulf of Mexico, east and west coasts and Canada and served raw, smoked, wood-fired and fried. Saltine also offers an extensive beer list with over 30 taps of craft beer, as well as a wide selection of rum and several signature cocktails. Lunch and dinner are offered daily with a brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Plus, happy hour specials daily from 4-6pm!
Top review
DennisVIP
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Great experience. Traveling with overnight stop in Jackson. Used OpenTable app to search oysters. Did not let us down. Enjoyed fresh oysters raw, grilled and fried. Staff very welcoming. We will be back
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